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Club Mahindra Mussoorie, Uttarakhand

Sheltered by the mists that meander through the mountains, Mussoorie offers guests a cosy space and time. Water sports, temples and waterfalls encourage visitors to enjoy the areas many delights. The comfortable, plush resort provides an idyllic getaway destination.

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A little paradise called Mussoorie by Renuka Singh

An easy ‘weekend getaway’ from Dehradun is a little paradise called Mussoorie. It’s chock-a-blocked with tourists all through the year. There’s something about the hill station that it draws so many people – it could be its simplicity embedded in its unabashed natural beauty, or traditional hilly charm. Whatever it is, the truth is that it remains to be spellbinding.

A little paradise called Mussoorie by Renuka Singh

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An easy ‘weekend getaway’ from Dehradun is a little paradise called Mussoorie. It’s chock-a-blocked with tourists all through the year. There’s something about the hill station that it draws so many people – it could be its simplicity embedded in its unabashed natural beauty, or traditional hilly charm. Whatever it is, the truth is that it remains to be spellbinding.

Sure, it is a hackneyed destination for a holiday, especially when it’s quite easy these days to pick any exotic destination of your choice and book your tickets. However, Mussoorie still has some surprises in store. It is still very fresh, and brimming with excitement! All you need is loads of curiosity to explore. Besides taking a guided tour to the usual tourist places like Lal Tibba, Kempty Falls and Mall Road, there are other ways to extract its beauty –

Instead of being on a constant move, you can just chew on the hill station’s charisma. Enjoy a steaming cup of coffee while sitting by the fireplace. If you are with a bunch of friends, who love hiking as much as you do, then there are quite a few trails to experience. You don’t need a guide or a planned itinerary. To make it even more fun, you can have picnic on your way. There’s nothing better than having food outdoor in the midst of scenic surroundings.

Wandering aimlessly can help discover so many things to cherish. I remember I had a chance to see a century old church, Buddha temple and a beautiful garden (Municipal Garden) while I was on an aimless quest. Although I have been to Mussoorie quite a few times, I am still keen for another trip soon.

It’s comfortably accessible from Delhi. Catch an early morning Shatabdi and reach Dehradun by midday; after which there’s one and a half hours drive to Mussoorie. There are several buses/taxis available from the station itself.

Sight Seeing

1. Shivpuri

This picturesque destination hugs the banks of the River Ganges. It is an idyllic location famous for river-rafting, kayaking and other water sports.

2. Bhadraj

Perched atop a hill, Bhadraj is a temple dedicated to Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna. It affords a commanding view of the Doon Valley and Chakrata Ranges.

3. Kempty Falls

The lush and gorgeous Kempty Falls, located 15 kilometres from Mussoorie, are one of the biggest attractions. Its waters cascade from an altitude of 4,500 feet and split further into five separate cascades. It offers the most breath-taking view.